The Dressmakers of Auschwitz
The True Story of the Women Who Sewed to Survive
by:
Lucy Adlington
in:
European History
Summary:
The book chronicles the harrowing experiences of a group of female prisoners selected to work as seamstresses in a fashion workshop within Auschwitz, sewing beautiful garments for Nazi wives and female SS guards. It delves into their daily struggles for survival, the bonds they formed, and the resilience they showed in the face of unimaginable atrocities.
Key points:
1. Survival Power: The book emphasizes the resilience of women sewing for Nazis in Auschwitz, surviving through skill and mutual support.
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